While many are struggling to connect with their audiences, North House Folk School is building community by offering complimentary demonstrations and tutorials with instructors online through their “Crafting in Place” video series. While the campus is temporarily closed and courses cancelled until May 17th due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the staff and instructors sought to find a way to connect […]
Social Security recipients will automatically receive economic impact payments
On April 1, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service announced that Social Security beneficiaries who are not typically required to file tax returns will not need to file an abbreviated tax return to receive an Economic Impact Payment. Instead, payments will be automatically deposited into their bank accounts. “Social Security recipients who are not typically […]
YMCA offers school-age care
The ISD 166 and the Cook County Y began partnering to provide full-day child care for school-age children starting April 3rd, Monday – Friday. Drop off and pick-up will be at the YMCA. A paraprofessional from ISD 166 will be running the program during school hours and YMCA staff will provide extended care from 3:15-5:15 p.m. Kids will be fed […]
The Hub closed until further notice
The Hub (formerly called the Cook County Senior Center) is closed until further notice. However, many of the center’s programs will exist in one form or another. In a statement issued by Hub Director Bev Green, she stated, “We are taking steps to protect against the spread of COVID- 19. The Minnesota Department of Health is recommending, specifically “Social Distancing” […]
Great curbside pickup available in Grand Marais
Over recent weeks, all of us have seen significant changes at our local grocery stores. With “insider” knowledge and experience, although the Co-op, Gene’s and Johnson’s have different procedures reflecting their specific physical plant and needs, all three have, “stepped up to the plate,” to fill our orders and keep the public, volunteers, and employees safe. Safety measures have evolved […]
Northland Foundation Emergency Child Care Grant Program
Northland Foundation created the Emergency Child Care Grant Program to offer immediate financial support to child care providers caring for children whose parents/guardians are designated as emergency personnel and other essential workers. Licensed family childcare is eligible for $1,000 grants. Licensed center-based care is eligible for $3,000 grants. Providers must be located within one of the following counties or Tribal […]
Cook County Public Health and Human Services seeks volunteers
Cook County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) seeks to build a volunteer base using the Minnesota Responds system and invites interested community members to register online at http:// mnresponds.org. Minnesota Responds is a partnership that integrates and engages local, regional, and statewide volunteer programs to strengthen public health and health care response. The Minnesota Responds tool allows local public […]
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Does anyone know what kind of bird this is? Butch Schulte is hoping someone can identify this little beauty for him. If you know what this fine-feathered foul is called, please send your answer to ccnh@boreal.org
Where Water Collides with Stone, a book review
If you happen to be sitting around your house for the next few weeks, you might want to pick up an excellent book written by a former local author. Tim McDonnell’s third book is a murder mystery set partially in his childhood backyard, the BWCAW. Tim’s parents owned and operated Hungry Jack Lodge from 1958 to 1970. His latest tome […]
Bear hunt applications available; deadline is Friday, May 1
Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 1 to apply for a bear-hunting license. Applications for the 2020 season should be submitted online or via telephone at 888- 665-4236. A total of 3,575 licenses are available in 13 permit areas. Bear licenses cost $44 for residents and $230 for non-residents, and there is a $5 application fee. The season is […]